The history of Dubai Real Estate has long been built on its beautiful skyline and world-renowned developments. But in 2025, a different story takes center stage. A rising tide of homeowners and investors is turning to focus on well-planned market communities that offer comfort, convenience, and long-term growth.
According to Mabut’s Q3 2025 Market Report, demand is accelerating in areas such as Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), ARJC, ARABUS, areas where buyers find the right balance between lifestyle and value.
A mature market mentality
Dubai’s property market has evolved beyond short-term predictions. While demand for luxury homes remains strong, a broad pool of buyers, from young professionals to long-term residents, are prioritizing sustainability and lifestyle. Rising taxes and affordable amenities have convinced many to look for ownership in middle-market communities that balance cost with comfort.
Purchase data for the past 12 months supports this change. Based on Babut’s data, fair and organized work dominates throughout this state, accounting for about 60-70% of apartment transactions and cracks near Villa communities. This reflects that demand for mid-tier events that go with new and filled developments, emphasizing the appeal of mid-tier communities for families and long-term residents alike.
Turning to value-adding communities
Today’s consumers want value for money. Communities like JVC and AR Furjan are attractive because they bring spacious living space, green spaces, schools, shops, and public spaces at affordable price points, creating an environment that is friendly to families and professionals.
New developments such as ARJAN and Arabian Ranches 3 are also gaining momentum, delivering modern apartments and villas designed for active living. Prices, according to Bayut, generally range from AED 1,400 to AED 1,900 per square foot, giving residents access to well-designed homes, parks and amenities that enhance daily life. These neighborhoods are attractive because they deliver exactly what buyers are looking for in a long-term home: convenience, comfort and community.
Resilience and return on investment
For those considering the property as a home and investment, these mid-sized communities deliver strong financial performance. Bayut Data shows that the average prices per foot across JVC, Arjan, Al Furjan, and Arabian Ranches 3 have increased by 9-14% year over year. Rental yields are estimated at 6-8%, while JVC and ARJAN stand out with RECE-based 7.4% and 7.0%, indicating that mid-range apartments offer sustainable returns and financial appreciation alongside tangible comfort.
Price stability also adds to their appeal. The JVC and Arjan rooms are getting a little bit of flexibility, while the Al Furjan villas are staying strong and the new Arabian Ranches 3 shows flexibility, limited growth. These trends highlight why mid-rise properties have become reliable options for long-term buyers looking for both lifestyle benefits and value growth.
Engineers follow demand
This growing confidence among consumers is now being reflected by developers, who are looking for carefully planned projects and flexible ownership methods. Property monitoring data shows increasing construction in these mid-tier structures, especially in JVC and Arjan, where the Plan was introduced. Current projects include approximately 9,300 units in JVC, 2,500 in ARJAN, and 1,400 in Al Furjan, with Arabian renovations 3 Preparing for the upcoming villa launch.
This increase in provision is accompanied by flexible payment structures, such as 20/40/40 and 10/40/50, to make ownership more accessible. Developers adapt the desired unit configuration of the unit to the local demand. Studios and one bedroom suites dominate JVC and ARJAN for single residents, while Al Furjan offers a balanced spread for small families and Arabian Ranches 3 villas are geared towards larger families.
Importantly, supply is no longer just about numbers. Developers are increasingly focusing on community design, including retail spaces, and family-friendly properties. JVC included 110 units of sales, while ARJAN and AL Furjan had several but consistent sales. These thoughtfully designed projects deliver real value, providing residents with not only a home but a functional, convenient community.
A Story of Balanced Growth
The alignment between demand and supply is outstanding in a market segment that is entering a mature, sustainable growth phase. Middle market communities not only see strong trade and returns but also lead in livelihoods, project delivery, and availability. With deepening developer pipelines and increasing end-user incentives, Dubai’s central sector is becoming an engaging and vibrant property market.
As Dubai continues to attract global talent and long-term residents, the market is diversifying, data-driven, and dynamic. Value is no longer about price per square foot, it’s about quality of life per square foot. The market segment in the middle shows that good investment and great life can accompany it, building communities where comfort, ease, and lifestyle.
